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FFIII Onion Knight and FFXI Iroha Join Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy This Week
Square Enix announced that Onion Knight from Final Fantasy III and Iroha from Final Fantasy XI will be added to Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy on March 31, 2026. Both characters will be playable after a four-hour maintenance period, and new UR Ability Banners will also be available. Onion Knight is an Agile attacker with sword and spell abilities, voiced by Jun Fukuyama, while Iroha is a Melee DPS attacker using a polearm, voiced by Inori Minase.
Dissidia Duellum: 5 Breakout Characters in Final Fantasy's New Mobile Game
Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, a new MOBA-style mobile game set in Tokyo, has launched from Square Enix. The article highlights five breakout characters from the initial roster, including Warrior of Light, Prompto, Krile, Lightning, and Rinoa, detailing their unique abilities and roles within the game. It also touches on the importance of ability customization and upcoming character additions.
Final Fantasy XI: The High Cost to Possess a Pearl of Great Price
Final Fantasy XI was a groundbreaking MMORPG launched on the PlayStation 2 during a time when online console gaming and broadband internet were scarce. The game required players to purchase a modem, a monthly subscription, and a hard drive, but its success paved the way for future titles like Final Fantasy XIV.
Massively Overthinking: The nine games portrait of you
This article features Massively OP staff members sharing their personal lists of nine core video games that have shaped them. Contributors discuss foundational titles, franchise representations, and personal favorites across various genres, including MMOs, JRPGs, and action RPGs, reflecting on their impact on their gaming identities and creative work.
Dissidia Duellum Gets Release Date FFX, FFXII, FFXII, and FFXVI Characters
Dissidia Duellum will launch on March 24, 2026, for Android and iOS mobile devices. The game will feature characters from every mainline Final Fantasy entry, including Final Fantasy II, III, X, XI, XII, and XVI, with notable additions like Balthier, Clive, and Rikku. The trailer confirmed the release date and showcased gameplay footage.
Dissidia Duellum Launches March 24, New Trailer Reveals Additional Characters
Square Enix has announced that Dissidia Duellum, a 3v3 team boss battle arena mobile game, will launch on March 24, 2026. A new trailer revealed additional characters including Onion Knight, Iroha, Firion, Balthier, Rikku, and Clive, alongside details on its combat system and modern Tokyo setting.
Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5 “Trail to the Heavens” Launches April 28 With New Raid, Dungeon, and Beastmaster Job
Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy XIV Online Patch 7.5, titled "Trail to the Heavens," will launch on April 28. The update introduces new story content, a dungeon called The Clyteum, a new trial, and the Beastmaster limited job. The patch also includes updates to existing systems like Occult Crescent, housing, and PvP, alongside new crafting and gathering content.
The Daily Grind: What’s your dream expansion for an MMORPG you’re never getting?
This article poses a question to MMORPG players about their dream expansions for games that are no longer receiving updates or have shut down. It specifically mentions Final Fantasy XI as an example of a game where players might have such unfulfilled expansion ideas.
Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5, Trail to the Heavens, Launches April 28
Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5, "Trail to the Heavens," will launch on April 28, 2026, introducing new main scenario quests, a dungeon, an alliance raid, and a new Ultimate-difficulty raid. The update also adds the Beastmaster limited job and continues the Echoes of Vana’diel crossover series with Final Fantasy XI. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.
Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5 Begins in April, Brings Beastmaster and More
Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5 will launch on April 28th, with a second part arriving in September. The update will include new main scenario quests, a new dungeon, a trial featuring Enuo, and the third part of the Dawntrail Alliance raid. Additionally, the Beastmaster limited job will be added in the Patch 7.5x series.
Perfect Ten: My favorite vanilla World of Warcraft memories
This article reflects on fond memories of the original World of Warcraft, highlighting ten specific experiences from its early days. It contrasts these nostalgic moments with the current state of MMORPGs and player cynicism, emphasizing the unique impact of early game landmarks and quests.
Final Fantasy XI’s latest patch lets you level up your Trusts
The latest update for Final Fantasy XI introduces a new system to level up Trusts, the AI companions that assist players in combat. Players can earn alter ego points through events and Records of Eminence objectives to enhance Trust stats. The patch also includes new objectives, Ambuscade targets, and quality-of-life improvements.
FINAL FANTASY XI ONLINE'S MARCH VERSION UPDATE BRINGS NEW ALTER EGO UPGRADE SYSTEM AND MORE
SQUARE ENIX has released the March version update for FINAL FANTASY XI Online, introducing the first phase of a new alter ego upgrade system designed to enhance solo play. The update also includes refreshed monthly challenges in Ambuscade with new foes and special campaigns throughout March, such as the return of 'Vana'Bout' and the Treasure Hunter Bounty Campaign.
Still humming with life 21 years later, Konami's Master of Epic is a wonderful time capsule of the experimental…
Master of Epic, a Japanese-only MMORPG released in 2005 by Hudson Soft and now published by Konami, is examined as a time capsule of experimental MMO design. Despite a slow start and a unique skill system that rewards player experience over traditional leveling, the game has maintained a dedicated niche audience due to its immersive, friction-filled gameplay that encourages player attention and exploration.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 Will Take To The Skies, Visit Wutai
Square Enix director Naoki Hamaguchi has revealed that Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 will feature Rocket Town and a trip to space, as well as Yuffie's homeland, Wutai. The finale will also prominently feature the Highwind airship and potentially a different take on Chocobo breeding compared to Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.
Final Fantasy 11, a 23-year-old MMO, is getting so many new players it's having to stop character creation on its…
Final Fantasy XI, a 23-year-old MMORPG, is experiencing significant server congestion due to a surge in new players, leading to temporary character creation restrictions. Game director Yoji Fujito announced measures to address the issue, highlighting the game's unexpected resurgence in popularity with an estimated 87,700 active players.
Final Fantasy XI plans new upgrades to Trusts for March while restricting more congested worlds
Final Fantasy XI is receiving upgrades to its Trust system in the March update, allowing players to enhance Trust stats and equipment to further expand solo play. This comes as the Odin server experiences congestion, with measures being implemented to restrict new arrivals, similar to previous issues on Asura and Bahamut servers.
Final Fantasy 11 locks down yet another server as overpopulation continues to hit Final Fantasy 14's predecessor, over two decades after its original launch
Final Fantasy XI is experiencing significant server congestion, leading Square Enix to close off its Odin server to new players starting March 10, 2026. This marks the third server closure in less than a year due to overpopulation, a rare issue for an MMORPG over two decades old. The surge in popularity is occurring despite the release of Final Fantasy XIV's Dawntrail expansion.
MMO Week in Review: The clock strikes Midnight
This week's MMO news roundup covers the early access launch of World of Warcraft: Midnight, BitCraft entering its second early access phase, and Gamigo reviving Gloria Victis. The article also touches on layoffs at Corepunk, Discord's postponed age verification rollout, and various updates and issues across numerous other MMO titles.